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aussietrekker · Posted: Sun Aug 14, 2011 2:18 am Post subject: The Back Beach

Does anyone know how to access the back beach? I tried to find it again once or twice, but things have changed so much around there in the past 40-50 years. For starters, the bridge is gone, and I had hoped there might be some access by road, without having to walk through a certain snake-pit. If it's not totally isolated, it might be fun to have a outing there in the summer.

stormfour · Posted: Sun Aug 14, 2011 10:23 pm Post subject:

Good question,seems impossible to get to from where we used to access it,but maybe a bit further down well away from the hostel site.Good idea re a reunion there,but wouldn't like to go the way we used to,oohh lots a snakes and stuff.
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flyingscotsman danny · Active Member Joined: 09 Feb 2010 Posts: 80

Hello again gang, is*nt it a small world, I*ve twice been to the back beach in the last twelve months. The way to go is travel along the Esplanade towards Seaholme continue on, past the Sportsmans Bar (which was the Altona Working mens Club) when you get to the "Pines Scout Camp Hall, make a right hand turn. Park your car (because the track has been barricaded) then all you need do is walk along the seaside of the track which is well away from any snakes that could be lurking. I hope this helps. Regards Smile

aussietrekker · Posted: Mon Aug 15, 2011 7:22 am Post subject:

Hooray, thanks for that. I'll go have a look next time I'm in Altona, and do a reconnaissance mission. It would be great if we had a picnic there when things warm up a bit.